• Fri, January 3, 2025

by: Oneindia

Bigg Boss Tamil Contestant Sakshi Agarwal Marries Boyfriend In Goa - See Pics

Bigg Boss Tamil Contestant Sakshi Agarwal has tied the knot with boyfriend Navneet at a star hotel in Goa. The marriage was graced by family members and the friends of the couple. See wedding pics:

by: MARCA

Golden Globes 2025: Date, time, host and where to watch the awards ceremony for free

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Emtee Thanks SA for Lifting Him Out of Poverty Last Year, SA Reacts: "Keep Giving Us the Best Music"

The South African multi-award-winning rapper Emtee recently shared a thank you message to everyone that has supported him and lifted him out of poverty.

by: pinkvilla

Are Justin Bieber And Hailey Bieber Headed For A Divorce? Here's What Sparked The Rumors

Are Justin Bieber and wife Hailey Bieber getting divorced? Read on to learn if the rumors on social media are true.

by: KXAN

Central Texas' January bird forecast

Warblers are likely to be a common sight in Central Texas this month.

by: Movieguide

Charles Dolan, Founder of HBO and Cablevision, Dies at 98

Charles Dolan, the founder of HBO and Cablevision, passed away on Dec. 28, 2024. He was 98 years old. "It is with deep

by: Variety

Variety Summit at CES 2025: Will.i.am, Disney, OnlyFans and More Top Execs on AI and the Entertainment-Tech Convergence

Variety Summit at CES 2025 to explore latest in entertainment-tech convergence with participants ranging from Disney and OnlyFans execs to will.i.am.

by: LancasterOnline

A must-see tour of the PA Farm Show [photos]

Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding led members of the media on a tour of must-see exhibits, events, and food to be featured during the 2025 PA Farm Show.

by: People

Laverne Cox Leaves E!'s Red Carpet Coverage After 3 Years: 'I'm So Excited to Keep Growing'

Laverne Cox announced on Thursday, Jan. 2, that she is leaving E!'s red carpet coverage after working with the NBCU channel for three years. She also announced she is starring in a new Prime Video series,

by: promocionar

Social media and marketing trends for 2025 according to Hootsuite

Hootsuite report highlights that the most successful brands will be those that integrate these three key social media trends in 2025

by: Forbes

6 K-Pop And K-Indie Songs From 2024 To Add To Your Playlist This Year

If you're a fan of Korean music and want to add some new songs to your playlist, here is a list of six recent K-pop and K-indie songs to help you kick off the new year.

by: Cosmopolitan

Jennifer Lopez wears a string bikini, cowboy hat and fur boots during luxurious Aspen ski holiday

The artist/actress/all-around businesswoman spent her Christmas break on a ski holiday with her family and took to the social media platform to share a look at her festive celebrations with her followers.

by: Forbes

Meta Opens Floodgates On AI-Generated Accounts On Facebook, Instagram

AI-generated user accounts are the new normal for Instagram and Facebook parent, Meta. Here's how AI influencers and artificial accounts are evolving.

by: Variety

Media M&A in 2025: Table Set for More Deal Activity This Year

After last year's dealmaking driven by the media biz's shifting winds, more M&A reconfigurations may come in 2025.

by: Tuko

Where is Mamie Van Doren now? The story of the iconic 50s star

Where is Mamie Van Doren now? What was the iconic 50s star famous for? Discover the interesting story of the American actress, singer, author, and model.

by: Yahoo

When Is Apple TV+ Free in 2025 & How Can You Get Access?

In an unexpected move to kick off the New Year, Apple TV+ is opening its doors for free streaming this weekend. The surprise announcement has sparked buzz among fans eager to explore its acclaimed catalog.

by: Forbes

Consolidation Alone Won't Solve Media Challenges

Discovery and Comcast are expected to attempt to spin off their cable TV businesses, which could set the stage for other tie-ups in the media and entertainment space.

by: Variety

Philippe Guelton, Former Head of Crackle, Joins Hispanic Media Company Canela as Global President

Canela Media hired Philippe Guelton, former head of Crackle and CRO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, as global president.

by: MSN

Justin Baldoni to sue Blake Lively over "It Ends With Us "set allegations, wants to release 'every single text,' lawyer says

Baldoni's attorney told NBC News that the director-star plans to sue Lively over her claims about a smear campaign and sexual harassment: "The question really in this case is, does it rise to the level of sexual harassment?

by: MSN

Here's what South Africans said about Babes Wodumo's late husband

Gqom singer Babes Wodumo is struggling to come to terms with the passing of the father of her son and husband, Mampitsha, who died on Christmas Eve 2022.

by: MSN

Black Warrant Trailer: Zahan Kapoor Faces The Dark Realities Of Power Struggles And Criminal Minds In Tihar

Following the success of Sacred Games and Jubilee, Vikramaditya Motwane is set to captivate audiences once again with his upcoming prison drama, Black Warrant. Netflix India has released the trailer for the series,

by: MSN

LA Times owner talked with Rob Schneider about setting up a 'MAGA version of The View': report

LA Times owner talked with Rob Schneider about setting up a 'MAGA version of The View': report - Schneider suggested his media company would create a daytime talk show to 'compete' with 'The View'

by: MSN

Hailey Welch Net Worth 2024: How Much Money Does She Make?

Fans are curious to know how much is Hailey Welch's net worth in 2024, after gaining prominence through her viral meme. She is an internet personality, popularly known for her sense of humor and for capturing fans' attention with her latest "hawk tuah" moment.

by: MSN

Is the TGL destined or doomed? Inside golf's polarizing new indoor league

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's TGL is on the brink of launch. But what is the league trying to be? And will it live up to the hype? The post Is the TGL destined or doomed? Inside golf's polarizing new indoor league appeared first on Golf.

by: MSN

Uncle Waffles shows off her dance moves in new video, fans unimpressed by her weight gain

Social media users have raised concerns about Uncle Waffles' dance moves and weight gain after her recent video went viral. Many said she should lose weight.

by: MSN

If You Wanted Any Evidence Social Media Is Often Smoke And Mirrors, Fans Are Calling Out How Meghan Markle's First Return Post In Five Years Has A Big Error

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left royal duties behind in 2020 and eventually settled in the United States to raise their kids, they likely expected their lives to get easier. However, not only have there been continued tensions between the Sussexes and the royal family members they left behind,

by: MSN

Junaid Khan-Khushi Kapoor's Loveyapa song out, fans call it 'cringeyapa'

Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor's new song Loveyapa Ho Gaya has been released, sparking mixed reactions from the audience. While some fans admired their chemistry, others labelled the track as 'cringe'.

by: MSN

Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR): Edging Towards a Bearish Zone

An analysis by MarketEuphoria on ValueInvestorsClub offers a bearish perspective for Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR). SPHR shares were trading at $43.98 when the valuation was done by MarketEuphoria,

by: MSN

Disney Magic Kingdoms Codes (January 2025)

Disney Magic Kingdoms is a game that invites you to manage your dream Disney Park and fill it up with classic attractions and some of your favorite Disney characters. You can also battle against notorious villains and take part in limited-time events.

by: MSN

New video shows closer view of moment Burna Boy left the stage after fan incident in Lagos

A new video showing the viral moment Burna Boy kicked a fan who ran up to him during his performance has gone viral on social media. Fans said it was self defence.

by: MSN

Helldivers 2 Dev Says 'Make Good Games,' Not 'Contemporary Political Statements'

Helldivers 2 was one of the biggest surprise success stories of last year, selling over 10 million copies and becoming a cultural phenomenon. The alien shooter's creative director kicked off 2025 by asking fans about their hopes and dreams for Arrowhead Game Studios' future projects,

by: MSN

Mean girl: Here's why social media hates Pearl Thusi

Social media users called Pearl Thusi out for being a horrible person when she taunted Bonang Matheba on her drama with her ex-boyfriend, DJ Euphonik.

by: MSN

Rapper Emtee thanks fans for lifting him out of poverty

The South African multi-award-winning rapper Emtee recently shared a thank you message to everyone that has supported him and lifted him out of poverty.

by: MSN

Amitabh Bachchan reflects on India's mourning of Ratan Tata, Manmohan Singh, and others, highlighting unity

Amitabh Bachchan shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, reflecting on India's unity in mourning the loss of Ratan Tata, Manmohan Singh, Zakir Hussain, and Shyam Benegal, highlighting religious harmony.

by: MSN

Jeremy Renner marks 'ReBirthday' on second anniversary of snowplough accident

Jeremy Renner has honoured his "ReBirthday" on the second anniversary of his near-fatal snowplough accident. The Hawkeye actor was severely injured when he was hit by his snowplough on 1 January 2023 after saving his nephew from being run over.

by: MSN

In 2025, these apps are expected to dominate Indian market

Social media, gaming, entertainment, productivity, and e-commerce are likely to be the most popular categories expected to drive mobile app market growth in India in 2025, an analysis of app market intelligence providers.

by: MSN

How to Watch Sunday's Golden Globes

The Golden Globes is kicking off the 2025 awards season on Sunday, January 5. It's returning to CBS for the second year in a row and adding in first-time host Nikki Glazer, who's coming in with high expectations.

by: MSN

Why Meghan Markle's influencer era is the ultimate riposte to the royal family

Why Meghan Markle's influencer era is the ultimate riposte to the royal family - IN FOCUS: The Duchess of Sussex's latest project? A brand new Instagram account. Katie Rosseinsky explores what we can

by: MSN

Joe Rogan And Brendan Schaub Mercilessly Mocked Diddy

Joe Rogan and Brendan Schaub laughed at Diddy as they mercilessly mocked the controversial former music power broker.

by: MSN

'Big Brother' star Mich Mazibuko reacts to Somizi Mhlongo romance rumours

In the clip that's been making rounds on social media, Mhlongo and Mazibuko can be seen sipping champagne and sharing a moment. While the pair strategically hid a potential kiss

by: MSN

Seth Shezi and Dineo Ranaka to go head to head in 'Celebrity MasterChef South Africa' final

The spin-off series started in December with 12 beloved Mzansi cuisine-crazy personalities and now it's down to two.

by: MSN

With 'Queer' and 'Challengers,' Jonathan Anderson Dressed Two of the Hottest (and Sweatiest) Casts of 2024

Mexico to the "overt wealth" of Zendaya's tennis coach, the Loewe creative director made a big splash with his first two films.

by: MSN

'Gqeberha: The Empire' to air final episode next week, fans react: "Good riddance, we were tired"

Social media users are celebrating the cancellation of the popular show 'Gqeberha: The Empire'. Many said the storyline was boring and difficult to follow.

by: MSN

Wayne Osmond, founding member of the Osmonds, is dead at 73

Donny Osmond, in a tribute on social media, described his brother and bandmate as the "ultimate optimist" and said his death was the result of a stroke.

by: MSN

Morgan Wallen's Latest Court Case 'Has Been a Big Wake-Up Call for Him': Source

Morgan Wallen needs to stop finding himself in "This Bar" and start focusing on some healthier habits. The country star is reportedly trying to turn his life around after being arrested in April for reckless endangerment as a result of throwing a chair off of a sixth floor rooftop while drinking at a Nashville hotspot.

by: MSN

'A Parsi, a Muslim, a Sikh, a Hindu': Amitabh Bachchan pays tribute to Indian icons in heaven with sweet post

Amitabh Bachchan took to social media to share an artwork by cartoonist Satish Acharya which paid homage to icons including Ratan Tata, and Shyam Benegal.

by: MSN

Dax Harwood: 'It's been easier to put AEW under fire, and that's okay'

Harwood has some interesting thoughts on AEW's current fan perception problem and the imaginary war against WWE.

by: MSN

Boy Abunda weighs in on Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto's breakup

Boy Abunda gave his two cents' worth on Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto's breakup. On Friday's "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," the Kapuso host read Barbie's statement on the breakup, adding that he reached out to Jak but the actor asked for time before making a comment.

Consolidation Alone Won't Solve Media Challenges

Discovery and Comcast are expected to attempt to spin off their cable TV businesses, which could set the stage for other tie-ups in the media and entertainment space.
The article by Scott Donaton for Forbes, published on January 2, 2025, discusses the ongoing challenges within the media industry, particularly focusing on how consolidation alone is not a sufficient solution to the sector's problems. Despite numerous mergers and acquisitions, the media landscape continues to face issues like declining ad revenues, the shift to digital platforms, and the fragmentation of audience attention. Donaton argues that while consolidation can offer some benefits like economies of scale and broader content distribution, it does not address core issues such as the need for innovation in content delivery, adapting to consumer behavior changes, and the creation of new revenue models. He emphasizes the importance of media companies investing in technology, understanding new consumer habits, and fostering creativity to stay relevant and competitive in an ever-evolving market.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottdonaton/2025/01/02/consolidation-alone-wont-solve-media-challenges/